Paralegal
Why join us?:
DWF, a global legal business transforming legal services through innovation and integrated solutions, is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join our dynamic Motor Recoveries Team in Manchester.
As a Paralegal in our Motor Recoveries Team, you will play a key role in managing a portfolio of motor recovery cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution for our clients. This position offers an excellent opportunity to develop your legal expertise and work closely with a team of experienced professionals.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a caseload of pre-litigated and litigated motor recovery claims.
- Conducting investigations to establish liability and assess recovery prospects.
- Preparing legal documents and correspondence, including claim forms, witness statements, and court applications.
- Liaising with clients, insurers, third parties, and external legal professionals.
- Ensuring compliance with court deadlines and internal service level agreements.
- Providing administrative support to the wider team, including document management and case updates
What will help you succeed in this role? :
Essential- Exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
- Proficiency in legal case management systems and MS Office applications.
- A proactive approach and a commitment to delivering excellent client service.
- Previous experience in a similar role, preferably within motor recoveries or personal injury claims.
- A strong understanding of the civil litigation process.
What we offer?:
We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF.
We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed.If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.
About us:
DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. Our approach delivers efficiency, price certainty and transparency for our clients across the world without compromising on quality or service. Our purpose is to deliver positive outcomes with our colleagues, clients and communities and we foster a culture that places our colleagues at the centre of all that we do.